BIOE 129Biology of Marine Mammals
A survey of cetaceans, pinnipeds, sirenians, and sea otters, including natural history, systematics, physiology, behavior, anatomy, and conservation.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A, BIOE 20B, and BIOE 20C; and satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements. BIOL 110 is recommended.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed 10:00am–11:35am | CoastBio 110 | D. Costa | Wait List 92/92 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed 10:00am–11:35am | CoastBio 110 | C. B. Casey | Closed 118/112 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Costa | 3.0 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 50% | 15 |
| Caroline Casey | 5.0 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 100% | 3 |
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